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The concern of Indians going to America for work or study has increased further. The American Donald Trump administration has changed the visa rules, under which H-1B and H-4 visa applicants will now have to make their social media accounts public. After the implementation of this rule, the job, education, personal travel and family plans of many Indians are in danger. The new rule will come into effect from December 15, 2025 and this has created an atmosphere of insecurity among Indians. Let us know what is the difference between them…
H-1B visa is for those Indians who go to America for jobs. Whereas H-4 visa is for those family members who live in America with the H-1B visa holder. Under the new rule, now applicants for both these visas will have to make their social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn public for US visa officers to see. This rule will be applicable to both new appointments and visa renewals.
What do the figures say?
The number of H-1B visa holders going to America from India is the highest. According to statistics, Indians get about 70 percent of the H-1B visas issued in America. At the same time, about 90 percent of those working on H-4 visa are Indians. These people work in America, buy houses there and arrange for the education of their children. In such a situation, the fear that their job and legal status will be affected by this new rule has increased.
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Very important for Indians
The importance of H-1B and H-4 visas is very high for high-skilled visa holders in India. With H-1B visa, youth can start their career in America and get opportunities in tech companies, engineering and IT sectors. H-4 visa holders are family members, whose employment and education status is also linked to this visa. Due to this new rule, it has become a little difficult for those people to continue working or studying in America.
What did the experts say?
Experts are of the opinion that applicants will now have to be more cautious. Photos, posts or likes shared on social media can also come into the notice of the officer. Therefore, it has become necessary for every person to keep his digital profile clean and share only professional information.
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